Track 1: Managing UCAS Applications
Summary
Who it's for: Staff supporting students through the UCAS process.
What you’ll gain:
- Step-by-step guidance on key deadlines and application stages.
- Tips for writing effective references and personal statement support.
- Ideas for engaging students and parents throughout the journey.
- Tools to manage applications with confidence.
We’re excited to share the first confirmed sessions below. Stay tuned, as more expert speakers and topics will be announced soon
A Deep Dive into UCAS Predicted Grades - Practical Advice and Actionable Insight
Predicted grades are crucial in admissions; this session offers practical advice for using the UCAS predicted grades reports making fair and data-informed predictions.
Reimagining Discovery: The Future of Search at UCAS
In this session, we’ll discover how data, design, and innovation are shaping a new era of exploration on UCAS and get a first look at what’s coming next in helping every student find their best-fit future.
Early Insights into the Reformed Personal Statement
Early feedback on the new personal statement format is explored, highlighting emerging themes and challenges
Business Rules and Admissions Principles: 2025/26 Edition
Explains the principles providers must follow to protect student interests and how advisers can respond if they’re not upheld.
Mastering Confirmation and Clearing: Timelines, Decisions, and Student Support
This session offers practical guidance, clear timelines, and best-practice strategies to help you navigate this critical period with confidence. Take away actionable tips and tools you can apply immediately to make this high-pressure time more manageable for both you and your students.
Discover the Future: Empowering Student Success with UCAS
Step into the future of student guidance with the UCAS creators! Explore interactive demos, practical tools, and intuitive resources designed to make the discovery and research journey easier for your students. Learn about enhanced support for budgeting, funding, and subject interests, and see how a more personalised UCAS experience can empower every student. Participate in live Q&A and take away actionable insights to use immediately in your own guidance practice.
College Voices, Student Choices: Pathways and Progression
This session examines the differences between large-scale application centres, such as Further Education colleges, and traditional school settings. We’ll explore the challenges and opportunities unique to each environment and share insights from UCAS data on student applications, choices, and outcomes. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how context shapes student journeys and how data can guide better support for applicants across diverse educational settings.
Adviser 101 – Managing Applications & the Adviser Portal
An informal drop-in session held during lunch breaks on each day. This is an opportunity to speak directly with the adviser support team, ask questions about the undergraduate application process, and receive tailored support on making the most of the Adviser Portal.
Conservatoires UK: How to support pathways to the performing arts
Dispels myths and clarifies the application process for UK conservatoires, helping advisers support performing arts applicants.
Opening up options: a degree of flexibility
This session explores flexible degree programmes showing how students can combine multiple disciplines into a bespoke programme. It also offers practical advice for advisers supporting broad academic interests.
Demystifying Veterinary Medicine - The RVC experience
This session is designed for teachers and advisors supporting students interested in pursuing a career in Veterinary Medicine. Gain key insights into the selection process, including the importance of academic excellence, personal statements, admissions tests, and interview performance.